Martial Arts Focuses
From Star Wars: Exodus Visual Encyclopedia
There are generally four types of established Martial Arts Focuses, known as Striking, Grappling, Weaponry, and Mixed/Hybrid.
Striking and Grappling are meant for unarmed styles only. It should be noted that some unarmed styles can make the occasional use of weapons, but if these weapons are not the focus of the style, they would still fall under Striking or Grappling.
- Striking
Striking styles focus on attacking an opponent with the intent of causing harm. Common techniques include punches, kicks, and headbutts. Real world examples: Karate, Muay Thai, and Boxing.
- Grappling
Grappling styles focus on the gripping, handling, and controlling of an opponent without the use of striking. Common techniques include throws, joint locks, and pinning moves. Real world examples: Aikido, Sumo, and Wrestling.
- Weaponry
Weaponry styles focus on the implementation of a weapon of some kind into the fighting. Bladed weapons are the most common to see used for these styles, but almost any weapon will do. Real world examples: Kendo, Eskrima, and Fencing.
- Mixed/Hybrid
Mixed/Hybrid can be used to designate any style that focuses on a combo of any of the other three with relatively equal weight. Real world examples: Ninjutsu, Sambo, and the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program.
